The late Jonny Clegg’s iconic “Asimbonanga” took on new life when the talented choirs of Northwood School and St Mary’s joined forces and voices to deliver an unforgettable musical experience!

Durban, South Africa (30 May 2025) – Music’s ability to stir some of the deepest emotions, connect souls from opposite paths and ignite an appreciation for the beauty all around us is something that will never go out of style – or that we’ll ever stop celebrating.

Giving us all the goosebumps was a stunning musical mash-up by the all-boys school, Northwood School and the all-girls school, St Mary’s DSG Kloof, during a recently held Collaboration Concert.

On Friday, 16 May, the music departments from the two schools joined forces for the very first time, delivering a variety of musical performances that left those in the audience in absolute awe.

A video shared on Facebook shows one of the highlights of the evening, as the schools’ choirs sing a choral version of the song Asimbonanga, written in 1986 by the late Johnny Clegg and Juluka, which was a tribute to Nelson Mandela during his imprisonment.

Together, the students’ voices blended harmoniously with talented solo singers from both schools, emphasising the song’s deep message, which holds so much of our country’s history.

“It was an inspiring evening filled with the rich sounds of Choirs, Marimba bands and Jazz bands, all showcasing the incredible talent from both schools. The energy, collaboration, and joy were simply unforgettable,” St Mary’s shared.

Great things happen when we come together, and this can be said for this musical collaboration, which not only celebrated music and our rich culture but also demonstrated how, when we work toward a greater good, we can create something truly beautiful.

Viewers who enjoyed the video online praised the Northwood-St Mary’s performance as wonderfully hair-raising and an example of the unity we should all strive for as a nation.

Sources: Northwood School | St Mary’s DSG Kloof

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From recording captivating covers of her favourite artists in her bedroom to becoming the first-ever female South African artist to be featured on the Spotify Single Programme, rising musician Lusanda is set to amplify her voice on a global scale!

Johannesburg, South Africa (28 May 2025) – Rising South African singer and songwriter Lusanda Ngcbo, who goes by the mononym Lusanda, has emerged as the first-ever female South African artist to be featured on the Spotify Single Programme with her rendition of Mad World!

Born in Durban and raised in Johannesburg, Lusanda didn’t set out to be a singer. In fact, for most of her life, the 24-year-old artist thought her future was in dance.

Her earliest memories are those filled with music and movement. In her Spotify profile, she shares about growing up dancing (a classically trained ballerina since age five), playing marimbas, and singing in choirs before eventually enrolling in choreography studies at the University of Cape Town. Music was always in the background, but it wasn’t until she started posting TikTok covers that her voice found its way to the forefront.

Lusanda initially captured the internet’s attention through a series of TikTok covers that showcased her smooth vocals and talent for merging R&B with pop, rap, and Amapiano genres.

In 2023, a particularly spontaneous upload, a cover of Outkast’s iconic song Hey Ya, signalled a new phase in her life. The video swiftly went viral, racking up millions of views in just a few weeks and attracting offers from music producers.

Spotify Single is a global initiative that provides artists with a platform to create and share original music recordings, including reimagined versions of their own songs and covers of songs they admire.

Lusanda, known for her emotionally resonant vocals, transforms Gary Jules’ version of the Tears for Fears classic into something uniquely her own and infuses Mad World with a deeply personal and distinctly South African essence.

“I wanted to add colour through my voice,” Lusanda states, and she accomplishes this with remarkable clarity and control, solidifying her position as a standout voice from the region. 

With more original music forthcoming, Lusanda is set to take the South African music scene by storm.

Sources: Spotify

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Aunty Ruth recently celebrated her 108th birthday by tickling the ivory keys in a beautiful moment for all listening in, without a lick of sheet music.

uMngeni, South Africa (18 May 2025) — Ruth Hall recently reached an incredible milestone when she blew out the candles on her 108th birthday. As part of her birthday celebrations last month, Ruth (known warmly as Aunty Ruth) tickled the old ivory keys, treating all her visitors (including uMngeni Local Municipality Mayor Chris Pappas) to her gift of song.

Seated at the C. Bechstein piano, Ruth began to play a piece that fans of the Sound of Music will recognise in an instant: Edelweiss.

With a controlled flow, timing in tow and not a lick of sheet music in front of her, Aunty Ruth certainly showed everyone present (and the thousands who saw the clip on the internet) that she’s still got it.

Watch: Ruth Plays the Piano By Memory at 108-Years-Old

They often say that one never forgets how to ride a bike, but as many seasoned musicians will know, the same can’t be said of playing instruments like the piano. Perhaps it is not that we simply recall certain skills, but rather that we don’t easily forget those skills that brought us so much joy.

Meanwhile, in other news where musical moments gave us goosebumps, a surprise opera unfolded at the V&A Waterfront recently after the ever-elegant violinist, many mall-goers will know, was joined by the voice of an angel disguised as a shopper!

Must Watch: A Surprise Opera at the Waterfront Thanks to Talented Duo 

Sources: uMngeni Local Municipality; GTG 

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With “Higher,” Lloyiso invites us to rise… to believe again, to push through the noise and to find strength in the struggle. This is more than just a single. It’s a soulful call to hope.

South Africa (17 May 2025) – Lloyiso (Loyiso Gijana) is a South African singer-songwriter who has quickly become a global sensation. He first shot to fame in 2015 on Idols South Africa, where, as a 16-year-old, he reached the top five and left an indelible impression with his powerful voice. Since then, he’s built an international career, becoming the first South African artist ever signed to Republic Records, a move that spotlighted his knockout vocals, incredible song-writing, and heartfelt storytelling.

And along the way, Lloyiso has amassed a huge online following, proof that fans everywhere connect with his honest, emotive style.

His rise has been nothing short of spectacular. Lloyiso’s music has gone platinum, his EP Seasons was certified six-times Platinum, and he’s collected major awards, including Best Pop Album at the South African Music Awards. He’s collaborated with international artists like Martin Garrix, and in 2024, he sold out his headline tour Elephant in the Room, including a celebrated date in London. From a young talent on Idols to a voice of hope and healing on the global stage, Lloyiso’s journey is one for the books.

And now, he’s done it again.

Lloyiso’s new single “Higher” truly lives up to its name, offering a soaring message of uplift and self-belief. The track blends his signature warm, soulful vocals with an infectious, pop-tinged melody that urges listeners to keep striving. Written during a period of personal highs and lows, “Higher” captures the journey of overcoming heartbreak and rediscovering inner strength.

As Lloyiso himself explains, “I looked in the mirror and didn’t like what I saw. So, I decided to push myself to become the best version of me,” shares Lloyiso. “I wrote these songs to power you (and me) through the toughest of days and the best of days equally.”

It’s a powerful anthem of self-belief and personal growth—a reminder that even in our most vulnerable moments, we can rise above and aim for more.

Fans have been flooding the YouTube comments with love and gratitude.

One viewer wrote, “That high note gives me goose bumps every time! ”.

Another shared how the track came at just the right moment, calling it “so full of hope.”

Listeners are praising the emotional honesty of the song, calling it “beautiful,” “soul-stirring,” and “uplifting,” with many saying it feels like a warm hug during hard times. It’s clear that “Higher” is resonating deeply, inspiring thousands to keep going and reach for more.

If you haven’t listened yet, now’s the time. “Higher” is available on all major streaming platforms, including Spotify and Apple Music.

With each release, Lloyiso reminds us of the power of vulnerability, the beauty in resilience, and the magic that can happen when you turn your pain into hope.

“Higher” isn’t just a song… it’s a moment. And we’re lucky to be listening.

*The new video accompanies one of two releases, “High” and “Higher”, that mark a transformative chapter in his musical journey. You can watch the visualiser for “High” below.

Sources: Lloyiso 

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Another day, another reason to be proud of Tyla. Our superstar is hosting the 2025 Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards!

Global (16 May 2025) — If breaking pop culture barriers was a South African, it has to be Tyla.

Following what has already been a jam-packed year for the superstar (she’s done and dusted the MET Gala, claimed the title of World Artist of the Year, rocked Coachella and surpassed one billion streams for ‘Water’, to name a few), it’s officially been announced that Tyla is set to host the 2025 the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards!

 

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This will be the very first time that a South African will be hosting global coverage of the Kids’ Choice Awards.

Known for bringing a fun, childlike and slimy spin to traditional award ceremonies, the Kids Choice Awards orbit (you guessed it) kids choosing their favourites in the entertainment world.

From voting for the Kid’s TV shows that they love the most to artists and even villains, there are a plethora of categories for up-and-comers as well as industry veterans to vie for the most unfiltered opinions around—that of children.

As such, hosting such a widely publicised and A-lister-centric ceremony is no small gig. It speaks volumes about our firecracker’s popularity around the world and places her in good steed to get even bigger hosting opportunities (we’d hardly be surprised to see Tyla host the Grammys one of these years).

The Kids’ Choice Awards will be live and airing on 21 June.

Meanwhile, in more Tyla news, her latest track, ‘Bliss’, is out, proud and ready for you to listen to!

Listen: South Africa’s Tyla Releases ‘Bliss’… And It’s Fire!

Sources: Various (Linked Above)

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Forget the headlines about people leaving – the incredible Ndlovu Youth Choir has dropped a viral video of themselves singing a song cheekily titled “Refugee”, and it’s got South Africa smiling!

Limpopo, South Africa (16 May 2025) – So, if you’re up to date with the latest news, you’ll likely have read or heard about the 49 Afrikaners who left South Africa to be refugees in America this week.

This story isn’t about that. It’s about a few of the many amazing reasons to appreciate our country, the music, its people and the beauty of our diversity. Oh, and our sense of humour, too!

In an entertaining and now trending video, the Ndlovu Youth Choir’s Artistic Director Ralf Schmitt, alongside two singers, is seen having a time as they happily sing a song, hilariously titled Refugee.

The song’s fun and witty lyrics, sung by Ralf, tease at him being a refugee while declaring that he will not be leaving South Africa. In his own words, he sings:

“Mina, angiyindawo (Me, I’m not going anywhere)

“I’m a refugee from around here, from around here

“Ngimgumbaleki, ngingowa la, ngingowa la (I’m a refugee, I’m from here, I’m from here).”

His backup singers join him with much enthusiasm as their harmonious voices blend together beautifully, expressing their love for South Africa and having absolutely no intentions of leaving.

The video has garnered over 360K views and over a thousand comments from entertained South Africans expressing their love for the Ndlovu Youth Choir and our nation’s ability to find the brighter side to just about anything.

Sure, South Africa may have its fair share of socio-economic and political issues (which country doesn’t?). But, there is just so much colour and vibrancy that weaves itself through all the “bad”. We were even made the top 3 global list, you can read all about that here.

Ultimately, our country is a beautiful place and despite all the chaos happening all around us, we’re grateful for heartwarming reminders, such as Ndlovu Youth Choir’s playful song that being here truly is a vibe worth appreciating!

Sources: Ndlovu Youth Choir

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Imagine sharing the stage with your musical heroes, icons who’ve captivated audiences worldwide. For South African singer-songwriter Jeremy Loops, this dream became a reality this past Sunday.

Ballito, South Africa (13 May 2025) – Getting to perform alongside music veterans who have graced countless stages nationally and globally is the dream of any younger artist passionate about the art, and South African singer-songwriter Jeremy Loops got to realise his by sharing the stage with the highly celebrated choral group, Lady Smith Black Mambazo.

In a stunning musical mash-up, Jeremy and Black Mambazo entertained a Durban crowd in a show titled Echoes Between Us at the Manor House in Ballito this past Sunday, 11 May.

Since his very first encounter with the Grammy award-winning group, Jeremy has dreamt of performing with Lady Smith Black Mambazo. Together, they have created magic in the studio, creating the songs This Town and Coming Home, which both beautifully capture the cultural richness of our country and its people, wrapped in the love for soulful music.

However, living to see their collaboration take life on stage was something truly special. Jeremy himself was deeply moved, describing the experience as feeling like the beginning of something ancient and brand new.

“To share a stage with your heroes, in their hometown, with your own songs echoing through the hill…what a life,” the Better Together singer said.

Fans described their harmonies as heavenly and praised the Durban show as two hours of goosebumps and ear bliss!  For Jeremy, this marked the start of many more magical live moments with the “isicathamiya” performers.

“Thank you, Ladysmith Black Mambazo. Thank you, Ballito, KZN, that was so special,” he said.

 

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A surprise opera unfolded at the V&A Waterfront recently after the ever-elegant violinist many mall-goers will know, was joined by the voice of an angel disguised as a shopper!

Cape Town, South Africa (09 May 2025) — On some days, the sound of a violin trembles so intensely, you’re called to put off your errands and follow the music. On other days, you might just encounter it in full, fierce swing as you trudge up the escalator (arms loaded with shopping bags) and realise that your day just got a lot better because you picked that route at the mall. Indeed, the violinists who play at the V&A Waterfront have turned many a dull shopping trip into something other-worldly. And recently, a surprise opera unfolded thanks to the voice of an angel disguised as a fellow shopper.

Whilst shopping, Brian Van Hansen encountered and shared one of those rare and powerful moments that makes one remember that some humans hide a great deal of magic.

Simiso Radebe was playing his violin at the mall when a visitor named Blandine brought the vocals element to the performance to create a surprise opera that usually one would have to buy tickets to enjoy.

Brian shared that he “had to stop to record this spontaneous performance”; adding further that Blandine surprised everyone with her incredible voice.

Get ready for the goosebumps:

Watch: A Surprise Opera at the Waterfront Thanks to Talented Duo

Simiso Radebe is a dedicated violinist who joined the Cape Philharmonic Orchestra back 2022. He’s been playing the violin since childhood; led the Buskaid Soweto String Ensemble with solo performances around the world as a teen, and studied at the Royal Academy of Music (London). His experience and talent richly evident in all those who are drawn to his sounds that often stay with one long after the piece is over.

As for Blandine, little is known of her at present. Should you have more information, please share it with us via info@goodthingsguy.com!

Sources: Brian Van Hansen, Cape Philharmonic Orchestra, GTG 

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From Coachella to global charts, Tyla’s new single Bliss proves she’s not just riding the wave… she’s making it.

Globe (09 May 2025) – There’s something special about watching one of our own take on the world… and win. Tyla, South Africa’s global music sensation, has just dropped her brand-new single Bliss and fans across the globe are already calling it a masterpiece.

After teasing the track during her show-stopping performance at Coachella last month, the full version of Bliss finally landed and it’s everything we hoped it would be.

Smooth. Sultry. Sophisticated. And proudly South African.

Tyla, who has quickly become one of the most exciting voices in music today, continues to blend her roots with modern global sounds in a way that only she can. Known for her genre-defying mix of pop, R&B, and Amapiano (which fans affectionately call Popiano), Tyla has carved out a lane that feels refreshingly her own, and with Bliss, she’s only pushing the boundaries further.

The track was produced by Nolan Lambroza, Dylan Wiggins, and NovaWav, and is layered with a hypnotic Afrofusion beat that wraps around Tyla’s breathy vocals like a dream. Drawing from the nostalgic rhythms of old-school R&B while embracing futuristic pop flair, Bliss is the kind of song you put on and just let play… again and again.

In her own words, Tyla describes this new chapter as an evolution.

“I’ve changed a lot in a short amount of time because I was kind of forced to – with how fast I had to adapt to everything. I don’t think it’s going to be the same energy at all, especially with what I’ve started making. It’s different, but also still Tyla.”

And fans are eating it up. Social media has been buzzing since the drop:

“Tyla never misses! Her voice is pure magic, and ‘Bliss’ is exactly what the title says — pure bliss on repeat already!”

“The queen of Popiano is back and it sounds like this album is gonna be fire ”

“What a time to be South African ”

From Johannesburg to the biggest stages in the world, Tyla continues to fly our flag high with style, grace and fierce talent. And Bliss is another reminder that the future of music has a proudly South African soundtrack.

Sources: Tyla Youtube 

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An unforgettable night of music, memories, and community awaits as South African icons unite to support one of their own, Darren Scott!

South Africa (09 May 2025) – Veteran broadcaster Darren Scott has spent more than four decades behind the mic, informing, entertaining, and becoming a familiar voice in homes and cars across South Africa. Now, as he battles cancer, that same voice is being echoed back in solidarity by an entire nation.

Darren is facing a serious health challenge after being diagnosed with cancer. Since returning from the United States in early 2024, where he had been receiving treatment under a different medical aid, he has found himself without coverage and battling both the disease and mounting medical costs.

In response, his ex-wife Sarah-Kate Accetta launched a crowdfunding campaign, which raised over R320,000 in just a few days thanks to the public’s overwhelming support.  Today, that fund is at just over 50% of the goal, reaching R502,650.

To help reach that final milestone to cover the treatment he needs, his friends in the industry will be putting on a grand show in aid of his medical expenses. Darren’s network of friends and fans, stand firmly by his side, showing that when one of South Africa’s most iconic voices needs help, the nation doesn’t hesitate to answer the call!

On Wednesday, 14 May, the industry he helped shape is showing up for Benefit for Darren — a one-night-only concert taking place at The Venue, Melrose Arch, from 18:30 to 21:30. And the line-up? Nothing short of iconic.

Expect powerhouse performances from a who’s-who of South African talent, including:

• Ard Matthews
• Jesse Clegg
• Louise Carver
• Kurt Darren
• Just Jinjer

Plus comedy from Dave Levinsohn and Mark Banks!

More than just a night out, the benefit is a heartfelt rallying cry: no legend fights alone. And in true South African style, we’re showing up with heart, humour, and harmony.

If you are keen to join, you can get your tickets here.

*Update: Darren Scott sadly passed away on 27 May 2025 after a courageous battle with stage four melanoma. In his 61 years, he became more than just a radio host, he was a household name and a symbol of unity and positivity for many.

Sources: Supplied

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